Ireland and England
Castles, cathedrals, coastlines and countrysides are your classroom for this unforgettable journey.
The British Isles have inspired imaginations for centuries. From the rolling, rugged beauty of the Ring of Kerry to magnificent man-made cathedrals like St. Patrick's in Dublin and Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford, you'll feel the spirits of history by your side every step of the way.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Shannon • Killarney
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Killarney
Visit Bunratty Castle
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Day 3: Killarney
Take an excursion to the Ring of KerryTravel through Killarney
Visit the Kerry Bog Village Museum
See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)
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Day 4: Killarney • Blarney • Dublin
Travel via Blarney to Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle -
Day 5: Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Irish music and dance
Nothing captures the spirit of Ireland quite like its music and dance. Whether it’s a jig, reel or stepdance, each type of dance—and the accompanying music—provides a unique look at Irish culture. As dancers in traditional dress perform, you won’t be able to help tapping your toes, ready to join in the fun.
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Day 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadVisit Conwy Castle
Take a walking tour of Chester
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Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London
Travel via Stratford-upon-Avon to London
Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Visit Shakespeare's birthplace
Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage
Enjoy lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon
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Day 8: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
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Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
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Day 10: Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ireland
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Day 2: Shannon • Killarney
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Killarney
Visit Bunratty Castle
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Day 3: Killarney
Take an excursion to the Ring of KerryTravel through Killarney
Visit the Kerry Bog Village Museum
See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)
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Day 4: Killarney • Blarney • Dublin
Travel via Blarney to Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle -
Day 5: Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Irish music and dance
Nothing captures the spirit of Ireland quite like its music and dance. Whether it’s a jig, reel or stepdance, each type of dance—and the accompanying music—provides a unique look at Irish culture. As dancers in traditional dress perform, you won’t be able to help tapping your toes, ready to join in the fun.
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Day 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region
Take a ferry from Dublin to HolyheadVisit Conwy Castle
Take a walking tour of Chester
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Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London
Travel via Stratford-upon-Avon to London
Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Visit Shakespeare's birthplace
Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage
Enjoy lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon
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Day 8: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
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Day 10: Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach (Eurostar high-speed train with extension)
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast daily, dinner days 1-6 and 8, lunch day 7
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (3 with extension); 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director (4 with extension)
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Entrances
Bog Museum; sheep dog demonstration; Blarney Castle; EPIC Emigration Museum; St. Patrick’s Cathedral; Welsh castle; Shakespeare’s birthplace; Gardens at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage (with extension: Louvre)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
